Unlocking Evaluation Success with Program Theory & Logic Models
Program theory provides a roadmap for understanding how programs are supposed to work and how activities should lead to intended outcomes. Conversely, when program theory is not well-defined, problems will inevitably emerge that weaken both the program and its evaluation. …
Using Data to Inform Strategic Priorities in Your Community
To expand opportunity and well-being for residents, local leaders need the right data and the skills to put the data into action. This session will help participants identify the most relevant data sources to understand their community’s upward mobility challenges …
Supporting Youth Mental Health in Rural Communities
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This presentation explores mental health in rural communities, emphasizing the recognition of stress signs and symptoms and the critical role of strong support systems. Attendees will learn how chronic stress affects individuals in rural settings and how
SAVI Data Literacy – Visualizing Data with Charts
Charts are a powerful tool for analyzing and communicating information through tables, graphs or diagrams. This workshop provides you with the skills you need to get the most value from charts. Hands-on activities show you how to apply several types …
SAVI Data Literacy – Avoiding Data Pitfalls
Data is most powerful when you understand its limits. This workshop equips participants with some of the fundamental skills necessary to critically analyze data and recognize the impact of various factors on their results.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This …
SAVI Data Literacy – SAVI Data, Tools, and Other Resources
SAVI offers a vast collection of health, public safety, education, and many other demographic characteristics about Indiana communities, with emphasis on central and southwest Indiana counties. This workshop explores the many powerful tools and datasets available in SAVI. It also …
SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training: Framing the Problem
This workshop offers simple techniques for designing meaningful questions that produce clear and actionable answers. It also provides strategies for engaging community stakeholders and other subject matter experts throughout the project lifecycle.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Anyone that needs to design …
2027 Nonprofit Excellence Symposium
The Nonprofit Excellence Symposium brings together professionals from local businesses and nonprofits for a half-day of workshops, presentations, idea sharing, and networking open to USI students and anyone who works in or is interested in the nonprofit sector.…
2026 Nonprofit Excellence Symposium
The Nonprofit Excellence Symposium brings together professionals from local businesses and nonprofits for a half-day of workshops, presentations, idea sharing, and networking open to USI students and anyone who works in or is interested in the nonprofit sector.…
Using Data in Grant Writing
Using Data in Grant Writing will help participants understand how to identify, gather, and use relevant data to support a successful grant application. Publicly available secondary data can help nonprofit organizations show the need for their programs and services. Data …
